58. Paris in the Rain
It’s April in Sydney, and Autumn is upon us. The trees outside my window bend and bow in the terror of the great north wind, as he bellows and shakes them to and fro. There are heavy clouds as far … Continue reading
It’s April in Sydney, and Autumn is upon us. The trees outside my window bend and bow in the terror of the great north wind, as he bellows and shakes them to and fro. There are heavy clouds as far … Continue reading
They called us crazy when we said we wanted to go on Safari, and then up to Paris, in one trip. But between the family reunion, the stampeding elephants, Marie-Antoinette’s private estate, and the top three airlines in the world, we had a fantastic mix of culture, food, adventure and luxury. Read the highlights of our trip here. Continue reading
Boutique shops selling everything from designer olive oil to designer ballet shoes are hidden in the maze of The Marais’ backstreets. Continue reading
When I discovered that Paris’ Palais Garnier was the very opera house that inspired the story, “The Phantom of the Opera”, I had to visit the iconic building. Continue reading
Looking for the perfect first day in Paris? This itinerary will take you past the highlights and recommend great stops along the way; the Champs Elysees, the Arc de Triomphe, the Tuileries Gardens, Place de la Concorde, Pont Alexandre III, Trocadero and the Eiffel Tower. Continue reading